2000 BMW 318 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
